Postcode Analysis Dorset, South West

ST JOHNS HILL, BH21 1DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST JOHNS HILL, BH21 1DD.

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Population

289

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 44,000 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BH21 1DD represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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7/10
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6/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BH21 1DD combines high owner-occupation (65%), strong property values (£383k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 12.5% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH21 1DD is a sought-after residential area on St Johns Hill, 0.4km from St. John's in Wimborne Minster. Administratively it sits within Wimborne Minster ward and the Mid Dorset and North Poole constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BH21, BH21 1DD offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 65% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £383k, down 12.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BH21 1DD are sourced from Output Area E00103526 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH21 1DD. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 290,000

7 sales · Mean £ 286,714

Terraced

£ 239,700

1 sales · Mean £ 239,700

Semi-Detached

£ 782,500

2 sales · Mean £ 782,500

Detached

£ 750,000

1 sales · Mean £ 750,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BH21 1DD has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour34
Violence and sexual offences34
Criminal damage and arson10
Shoplifting10
Other theft6

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne

Good153 pupils0.1 km
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Allenbourn Middle School

Outstanding582 pupils0.8 km
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Beaucroft Foundation School

Outstanding168 pupils0.9 km
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Wimborne First School and Nursery

Good312 pupils1.0 km
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St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill

Good598 pupils1.4 km
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Merley First School

Outstanding302 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Wessex Retail Ltd0.4 km
  • Wimborne Food Bank0.7 km
  • Cambridge Weight Plan1.0 km
  • Chocobake Ltd0.6 km
  • Co Op0.6 km
  • + 11 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • Wimborne Rugby Football Club0.4 km
  • BUTCHERS DOG0.7 km
  • Ten Bottles Tapas & Wine Bar0.8 km
  • The Dancing Moose0.7 km
  • The Kings Head Hotel0.8 km
  • + 13 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Corn Exchange0.8 km
  • Cafe Aroma0.7 km
  • CLaRC0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
  • Deans Court Cafe0.8 km
  • + 15 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • GORDON HOUSE - BED & BREAKFAST0.8 km
  • WIMBORNE LODGE B&B0.3 km
  • Florence House0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Short and Sweet Company0.7 km
  • Mango & Sorrel0.7 km
  • Best Pizza & Kebab0.5 km
  • Krua Thai Catering0.5 km
  • Long John's Fish & Chips0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hamworthy8.7 km
  • Parkstone (Dorset)8.8 km
  • Branksome9.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Top of St. John's Hill0.1 km
  • Top of St. John's Hill0.1 km
  • Oakdene Close0.1 km
  • Oakdene Close0.2 km
  • Royston Drive0.2 km